Free chocolate and coffee at Kildare Village's Lindt store in aid of cancer charity

Lindt Choco Wafer and Macmillan Cancer Support are giving people a reason to press pause this weekend – with free chocolate and coffee up for grabs.

From yesterday, Friday 25 until tomorrow, Sunday 27 September, groups of two or more visiting participating Lindt Chocolate Shops can simply say the phrase “Pause for a good cause” when purchasing a coffee to receive a buy-one-get-one-free coffee and a complimentary Lindt choco wafer treat bar for each person

The campaign is part of Lindt’s partnership this year with the iconic Macmillan Coffee Morning - which itself took place yesterday, Friday 25. This event is all about encouraging people to make time for the small moments of connection that can make a difference.

It comes as new research from Lindt has shown that 7 in 10 people say small moments of connection support their mental wellbeing, while almost two thirds (64%) say adding chocolate or something sweet could give their mood an extra boost.

Angèle Villet, Marketing Director at Lindt & Sprüngli UK, said: “Some of the best conversations happen when we simply take the time to pause, whether that’s catching up over a coffee, sharing a treat or checking in with someone we care about. Our research shows that people value these small moments of connection, but busy lives can often get in the way.

“Through our ‘Pause for a good cause’ initiative, we’re encouraging everyone to make a little more time for each other this weekend by celebrating the Macmillan Coffee Morning, while supporting the incredible work Macmillan does for people living with cancer.”

Jan Forrest, Head of Relationship Fundraising at Macmillan Cancer Support, added: “We’re thrilled to be partnering with Lindt & Sprüngli and CHOCO WAFER for this year’s Coffee Morning. It’s a brilliant opportunity to bring people together and remind friends, family and loved ones that no one has to face cancer alone. Coffee Morning doesn’t need to be big; simply getting together can make a difference.”

Supporting the initiative, Adele Roberts, Broadcaster and DJ said: "Cancer affects so many of us and having moments of genuine connection with the people who lift you up means the absolute world. Taking a breather to pause, share a brew, and check in with someone you love is so powerful. I’m thrilled to support Lindt and Macmillan’s partnership - make sure you grab a loved one, head to a Lindt store, and Pause for a good cause this Coffee Morning!"